Anant Kishore
Kochi, Kerala
Summary
Detail-oriented and globally trained legal professional with an LL.M. in International Commercial Dispute Resolution from the University of Birmingham and a strong foundation in Indian legal practice. Skilled in legal research, contract drafting, arbitration, and litigation support, with hands-on experience across tax law, corporate compliance, and property disputes. Proven ability to bridge traditional legal frameworks with emerging technologies, demonstrated through a co-authored Bloomsbury publication on blockchain-based smart contracts. Adept at navigating complex regulatory environments, contributing to high-impact legal research, and supporting strategic litigation. Committed to delivering precise, research-backed legal solutions in fast-paced, team-oriented settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Junior Legal Associate
Law Chambers of Advocate D. Kishore
Kochi
11.2024 - Current
- Researched Property Law and Constitutional Law, analyzing land disputes and constitutional challenges to strengthen case arguments. Identified key precedents that influenced litigation strategies.
- Drafted legal arguments, petitions, and contracts, including a property dispute petition where I highlighted statutory loopholes, contributing to a favorable legal position.
- Assisted in trial preparations, compiling evidence, organizing case materials, and liaising with external legal teams to ensure seamless court proceedings.
- Managed confidential client files, maintaining meticulous records and tracking case progress using legal software for efficient case management.
- Facilitated office operations by proofreading and finalizing legal documents, responding to client queries, and ensuring timely submission of court filings.
Legal Intern
Veritae Legal Advocates and Solicitors
Kochi
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Conducted in-depth legal research, identifying regulatory loopholes in a corporate merger that helped preempt compliance issues. Assisted in client consultations, providing case-specific insights.
- Drafted and reviewed contracts, pleadings, and legal notices, such as an airtight service agreement that safeguarded a client from liability disputes.
- Managed multiple client matters, proactively spotting legal pitfalls—once flagged a contract ambiguity that could have led to a costly breach. Organized case files, maintaining a database that streamlined document retrieval for litigation.
- Gained hands-on corporate law experience, contributing to compliance strategies and contract negotiations—helped draft a shareholder agreement balancing the interests of all parties
Research Assistant
University of Birmingham
Birmingham
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Conducted exhaustive legal research for Dr. Haynes’ book, analyzing case law and scholarly debates on Regulatory Chills in Investment Arbitration to develop well-supported research findings.
- Performed meticulous literature reviews, sifting through dense legal texts and investment treaties to extract critical insights—once uncovered a precedent-setting case that strengthened a key argument.
- Evaluated the credibility of sources, ensuring all citations met the highest academic standards and that research findings were based on reliable, up-to-date interpretations.
- Compiled complex research findings into structured reports, transforming dense legal analysis into accessible, well-organized summaries that streamlined the writing process.
- Overcame research challenges, such as conflicting legal interpretations, by cross-referencing multiple sources and proposing alternative analytical frameworks.
Legal Intern
Arikkat Vijayan Menon Associates
Kochi
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted in tax-related disputes concerning Income Tax and Goods and Services Tax (GST) by conducting in-depth legal research and drafting compelling arguments to support litigation.
- Proofread and refined solicitation letters and legal documents, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and professionalism in communications with clients and opposing counsel.
- Prepared trial materials, organizing case law and precedents—once compiled a crucial tax ruling that significantly strengthened a client’s defence.
- Participated in client consultations, providing research-backed insights that shaped case strategies.
- Recorded and analyzed client and witness interviews, extracting key facts for further investigation and legal submissions.
- Shadowed senior advocates during High Court hearings, gaining hands-on exposure to litigation strategy, procedural nuances, and courtroom advocacy.
Legal Intern
Law Chambers of Advocate Joice George
Kochi
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Researched unlawful termination, workplace disputes, and wage claims, leveraging legal databases to find key precedents that strengthened case arguments.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents, ensuring accuracy and completeness in filings.
- Monitored legislative changes, keeping the team updated on evolving regulations.
- Navigated legal databases proficiently, retrieving and analyzing case law to streamline litigation strategy.
- Collaborated with paralegals and senior solicitors on complex cases, flagging critical errors in documentation.
Legal Intern
Law Chambers of Advocate Liji. J. Vadakeddom
Kochi
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Assisted in family and property law disputes, researching inheritance claims and marital asset divisions while reviewing sale agreements and wills to identify potential legal risks.
- Drafted and proofread property transfer deeds, affidavits, and contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance before senior review.
- Managed confidential client records and addressed legal queries on property rights, providing clear guidance to facilitate case progress.
- Utilized legal case management software to track case progress, deadlines, and documentation, streamlining firm operations.
- Stayed updated on legislative changes in property and family law, integrating key legal precedents into case strategies.
Education
Master of Laws - LLM - International Disputes
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, United KingdomBachelor of Laws - LLB - Law
Bennett University
Greater Noida06.2023
Certificate of Higher Education - Commerce
Greets Public School
Kochi, India03.2018
Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Negotiation
- Contract Drafting
- Legal Research
- Exceptional writer
- Tax law awareness
- Litigation procedure
- Legal software proficiency
- Drafting correspondence
Certification
- Provisional Enrollment Qualification in the Bar Association of Kerala, India. Enrollment no. K/004149/2024.
- Diploma in International Contract Negotiation, Drafting, and Enforcement, from Addictive Learning Technology Pvt. Ltd, 27/02/2023. Awarded Grade A.
- International Summer Law School 2022, University of Greenwich: International Contract Negotiation, 07/07/22
Accomplishments
Smart Contracts: A New Emerging Era of Legal Jurisprudence. Chapter in Legal Research in the Era of Technological Advancement: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Way. ISBN: 9789393715111, Bloomsbury Publication
This paper explores the intersection of Smart Contracts and traditional contract law in India, highlighting their similarities and the regulatory challenges posed by blockchain technology. It argues that while Smart Contracts can be integrated into existing legal frameworks, their unique digital nature demands deeper academic scrutiny. The paper also advocates for incorporating Smart Contracts and emerging technologies into legal education, ensuring future legal professionals are equipped for the evolving landscape.
Earned the Higher CPD Award for Law Postgraduates 2023/2024
Awarded to those students who have undertaken the most extracurricular activities in the duration of their course.
Timeline
Junior Legal Associate
Law Chambers of Advocate D. Kishore
11.2024 - Current
Legal Intern
Veritae Legal Advocates and Solicitors
10.2024 - 11.2024
Research Assistant
University of Birmingham
01.2024 - 04.2024
Legal Intern
Arikkat Vijayan Menon Associates
05.2023 - 09.2023
Legal Intern
Law Chambers of Advocate Joice George
10.2021 - 12.2021
Legal Intern
Law Chambers of Advocate Liji. J. Vadakeddom
07.2021 - 09.2021
Master of Laws - LLM - International Disputes
University of Birmingham
Bachelor of Laws - LLB - Law
Bennett University
Certificate of Higher Education - Commerce
Greets Public School
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